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Revue de presse

A valuable contemporary resource for all performers seeking work ... this is a book that a performer needs in their arsenal. (BroadwayWorld.com)

A funny, informational, and easy read. (HollywoodMomblog.com)

Présentation de l'éditeur

Confessions of a Casting Director is a must-have for any aspiring actor or stage parent—the definitive guide to breaking into film, television, theater, and even YouTube from longtime casting director and studio executive Jen Rudin.

Packed with information that aspiring actors want, her up-to-the-minute expert advice is essential for anyone pursuing an acting career. Jen Rudin demystifies the often intimidating and constantly changing audition process, sharing insider tips on preparing for every type of audition: musical theater, television (including commercials and reality TV), and film to voiceovers, animated movies, and even web series.

In this comprehensive guide, Rudin covers everything today’s actor needs to succeed, including finding an agent or manager; using technology to your advantage; the demanding world of child acting; the pros and cons of New York vs. LA; turning a callback into an offer for the role, and much more.

Every actor should walk into an audition room feeling confident and prepared, and this book is full of the Dos and Don’ts, sure-fire tricks, and must-have information to help turn rejection into that first big break.

Complete with checklists, easy-to-follow game plans, and advice from real actors, agents, and entertainment industry professionals, Confessions of a Casting Director is like having your own private audition coach.

My 10-year-old son got an agent in New York at age 8 and we were thrown into the high-pressure, unpredictable audition process in sink-or-swim fashion. We've had to learn everything by trial and error. If I'd read this book then, I could have saved my son from a lot of heartache and humiliation along the way! The casting process is almost always entirely mysterious and this book works magic: taking the reader behind the scenes of the casting process and into the head of a casting director! It's an easy and engaging read, covers every question a stage parent/actor might have, and is written by an expert who has been on both sides of the casting table. I loved the "Epic Success" and "Epic Fail" audition sidebars, in which actors shared their audition experiences. All the direct quotes from other experts in the field were illuminating as well. Thanks, Jen, for giving actors and stage parents such a useful tool and fun book to read (I read it in one day--could not put it down). I also highly recommend Jen's acting workshops, which my son has attended. Instruction from the people who actually cast actors in major movies and Broadway shows--it doesn't get better than that.--Jill Johnson Mann[...]Read more about Jen Rudin's acting workshops: [...]

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5.0 étoiles sur 5The Perfect Gift25 décembre 2013

Par LH108 - Publié sur Amazon.com

Format:Broché

I bought 'Confessions of a Casting Director' as an early Christmas gift to myself - and finished it in two days.

As a professional actor, I can't even begin to list all the books that I've bought over the years in the hopes that I would be given some sort of magical advice that would help me land that national commercial or lead in the latest film by that legendary Hollywood director.

After reading Jen Rudin's book, which is filled with extremely practical, relevant and personal advice, I feel the most confident and inspired to go out and enjoy the process of auditioning...regardless of whether or not I book the job or not.Jen's book, in addition to enlightening me to the truth that auditioning can be an end in itself rather than a means to an end, is written in such a way that made the very act of reading 'Confessions' a joy in of itself.

It is indeed, the perfect gift.

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5.0 étoiles sur 5This Is the Real Deal!4 janvier 2014

Par KimmieLovesTheatre - Publié sur Amazon.com

Format:Format Kindle|Achat vérifié

If you want the straight, unvarnished truth about the business, then read this book. Jen's first-hand experience is invaluable having lived through and succeeded in multiple facets of the business in both NYC & LA. Her advice and guidance is priceless to the beginning actor and the already-established performer will find many valuable nuggets that can only be learn directly from someone who has been there. Though actors of all ages will find her anecdotes instructive, if you have a child interested in the business, pay particular attention to the 'Stage Mom' sections of the book.

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5.0 étoiles sur 5Great Read!8 janvier 2014

Par Sisi Myint - Publié sur Amazon.com

Format:Broché

Just finished Confessions of a Casting Director and loved it. The stories of Jen's life in acting, her zig-zag journey through 'the biz', and her first hand accounts of casting nightmares all added up to a delightful tale of what to do - and not do - when just starting out and deciding to be serious about an acting career. Probably not a lot here for the seasoned actor or actress - other than a fun read - but for theatre Mom's and Dad's and young budding stars, this is a must-read.MDR and SM

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3.0 étoiles sur 5Good Information19 février 2014

Par Justin - Publié sur Amazon.com

Format:Format Kindle|Achat vérifié

Enjoyed the book. A lot of information about tv/film auditioning, which is interesting, but chose to skip over for now. Wanted more stories from inside the audition room including good and bad auditions. Overall, very informative, not as much entertaining and dishy as I thought it would be. Well written . Not really "confessions", but more so a guide to this crazy business.